Wordi Gras

Wordi Gras On Saturday, March 1, 2025 Worden, Illinois will be the location of the annual Wordi Gras Celebration and Parade. The Wordi Gras Parade is an all ages event.

Wordi Gras is Worden's redneck take on Mardi Gras. The parade will kick off at 3pm and run on Wall Street from Park Street to Drummond Street. Food and merchandise vendors will be located on Wall Street. In the evening, the bars will continue the fun for those 21 and over. Each establishment will have live music into the evening. Anyone interested in entering a float in the parade is being asked t

o begin lining starting at 2pm on Saw Mill Road, located near the five-way stop. There will be signs and volunteers assisting from there. Those with questions about entering a float or about the event, please send a message to the Wordi Gras page. Follow Wordi Gras on Facebook at facebook.com/wordigras for event maps and updates.

Just sayin’….
02/14/2026

Just sayin’….

Hey everyone. Just wanted a send a reminder about a few things leading up to this weekend and share some information to ...
02/13/2026

Hey everyone. Just wanted a send a reminder about a few things leading up to this weekend and share some information to frequently asked questions:

While weather may not be ideal the event will go on as normal. The only reason Wordi Gras even started was due to less than ideal weather conditions – we encourage everyone to just make the best of the situation and enjoy the day however that works best for themselves. Reminder that there will be large heated tents and indoor access to the bands where weather will not be a factor.

PLEASE be respectful to the city and resident’s property. Wordi Gras is not about littering or
vandalism. It’s much better than that. For parking areas see the map on the page for details.

LIVE MUSIC WILL BE AT THE RUSTIC, YELLOW DOG, AND THE WORDEN AMERICAN LEGION ALL DAY

Street Vendors will be out and about.

Please remember that this is a Redneck Mardi Gras… so that means it’s a cash only event. There are ATM’s in the bar but we recommend avoiding the lines and bringing cash. If you don’t have cash alternate forms of payment including goats, cows, or horses may be accepted, however this is highly dependent on market conditions, so cash is recommended. And gents we don't think you can trade your wife or girlfriend for a beer either but may worth a shot.

Please do not bring any outside beer/liquor.

For those entering floats in the parade please plan on lining up by no later than 2:00pm. Lineup is first come first serve. If you have any questions prior to Saturday send us a message.
Please remember this is a family friendly event so please act accordingly during the parade. Ensure that the kiddos get WAY more candy than their parents would like. Please no alcohol being thrown from your floats. Feel free to throw beads, koozies, or pretty much anything else you’d want. Just no booze. The celebration will become more of an adult theme once the parade is over.

If you have 4-wheelers or motorcycles please do not peel out or pop wheelies. Also, if you are bringing animals, especially mules or horses, please be sure they are not easily spooked as the crowd is basically right on top of them.

Most of all just have fun and see you Saturday.

02/12/2026
Are you a master of redneck ingenuity?   Have you always wanted to be in a parade but never had the chance?   All types ...
02/06/2026

Are you a master of redneck ingenuity? Have you always wanted to be in a parade but never had the chance? All types floats, vehicles, and so on are welcome in the Wordi Gras Parade!

For all of those interested in entering a float for the Wordi Gras parade follow the map here. We recommend showing up between 1pm and 2pm to line up. Line up is first come first serve. The parade will start at 3pm on Saturday, February 14th . No need to preregister but feel free to direct message us if you have any questions.

ATTENTION : WORDI GRAS WILL BE ON FEBRUARY 14TH THIS YEAR!!!The parade will be at 3pm. As normal if you are interested i...
01/13/2026

ATTENTION : WORDI GRAS WILL BE ON FEBRUARY 14TH THIS YEAR!!!

The parade will be at 3pm. As normal if you are interested in entering a float in the parade no need to register just show up the day of. More info on line up, etc. will follow.

Yellow Dog, The Rustic and the American Legion will be open with live music and ready to serve by noon.

If you have any questions leading up to the event feel free to message this page. We will do our best to keep everyone posted of this year's festivities. Have a safe and happy Wordi Gras.

Happy Wordi Gras
03/01/2025

Happy Wordi Gras

Hey everyone. Just wanted a send a reminder about a few things leading up to this weekend and share some information to ...
02/28/2025

Hey everyone. Just wanted a send a reminder about a few things leading up to this weekend and share some information to frequently asked questions:

PLEASE be respectful to the city and resident’s property. Wordi Gras is not about littering or vandalism. It’s much better than that. For parking areas see the map on the page for details.

LIVE MUSIC
The Rustic: KaPow Band STL playing from 11am-3pm, Salmon Creek from 4pm to 8pm, Clueless 4-8pm

Yellow Dog: Down & Dirty playing from 12pm til 4pm, Scott & Mechelle 4-6pm and Cheers Band from 6pm til 10pm.

The American Legion will have Dustin Coleman playing from Noon til 3pm and Whiskey River playing from 4pm til 8pm.

Street Vendors will be out and about.

Please remember that this is a Redneck Mardi Gras… so that means it’s a cash only event. There are ATM’s in the bar but we recommend avoiding the lines and bringing cash. If you don’t have cash alternate forms of payment including goats, cows, or horses may be accepted, however this is highly dependent on market conditions, so cash is recommended. And gents we don't think you can trade your wife or girlfriend for a beer either but may worth a shot.

Please do not bring any outside beer/liquor.

For those entering floats in the parade please plan on lining up by no later than 2:00pm. Lineup is first come first serve. If you have any questions prior to Saturday send us a message.
Please remember this is a family friendly event so please act accordingly during the parade. Ensure that the kiddos get WAY more candy than their parents would like. Please no alcohol being thrown from your floats. Feel free to throw beads, koozies, or pretty much anything else you’d want. Just no booze. The celebration will become more of an adult theme once the parade is over.

If you have 4-wheelers or motorcycles please do not peel out or pop wheelies. Also, if you are bringing animals, especially mules or horses, please be sure they are not easily spooked as the crowd is basically right on top of them.

Most of all just have fun and see you Saturday.

02/27/2025

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02/26/2025

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On Saturday, February 22nd, 2020, Worden, Illinois will be the location of the 14th annual Wordi Gras Celebration and Parade. Wordi Gras is Worden's redneck take on Mardi Gras. The parade will kick off at 3pm and run on Wall Street from Park Street to Drummond Street. The Wordi Gras Parade is an all ages event. Food and merchandise vendors will be located on Wall Street. In the evening, the bars will continue the fun for those 21 and over. Each establishment will have live music into the evening. Anyone interested in entering a float in the parade is being asked to begin lining starting at 2pm on Saw Mill Road, located near the five-way stop. There will be signs and volunteers assisting from there. Those with questions about entering a float or about the event, please send a message to the Wordi Gras page. Follow Wordi Gras on on Facebook at facebook.com/wordigras for event maps and updates.